4 Ways to Naturally Reduce Inflammation

What is inflammation?

First things first. There are two types of inflammation acute and chronic. Acute inflammation is your body's way of naturally healing itself using your immune system like when you get a cut or scrape your knee. Chronic inflammation is a damaging immune response to things like a poor diet, toxic chemicals and stress. It wears out your immune system which can lead to irritable bowel syndrome, appearing older, autoimmune disease, allergies, etc.

Here are 4 ways to reduce inflammation:

1. Change your diet.

Staying away from sugar and processed junk food is the first step. Focus on integrating or replacing your diet with ingredients or foods that have anti-inflammatory properties such as:

• Soy milk

• Licorice

• Colloidal oatmeal

• Date palm fruit

• Ginger

2. Relax and rest more.

Your body restores and repairs your cells while you're asleep, which is why it is recommended to get at least 8 hours of sleep every day. We know it is difficult because life gets in the way, but if you're cutting corners you are cheating your immune system. Your immune system then has to work twice as hard, which leads to inflammation. It is very important to allow your body to rest!

3. Reduce toxins in your home and food.

When you absorb toxic chemicals and pesticides through your digestive tract or through your skin it can cause inflammation. Start small by slowly integrating natural cleaning or food products into your home. Make sure to always check the label.

4. Get down with your gut.

Your gut holds around 60-70 percent of your immune system, if your gut is in bad shape your immune system is in trouble. Enjoying natural anti-inflammatory teas is a good way to start such as:

• Chamomile

• Green white

• Green

• Red raspberry

• Turmeric

• Peppermint

Now you have an idea what could be causing your skin flares and inflammation, check out our last blog that discusses treatments for sensitive skin!

Xo, GLOW

GLOW's 4 Year Anniversary Recap!

If you missed our 4 Year Anniversary, here's a little recap of everything!

This Anniversary Zoom gives you access to information on amazing skincare products, right at your fingertips! We have representatives from a variety of brands that we carry at GLOW, talking you through various skincare products that may just be right for you! This list of incredible brands include Miracle 10, Environ, Sorella Apothercary and AnteAGE!

You can learn about what skincare products and skincare habits are right for your skin as these recommendations are catered for different skin types, allowing you to know exactly what fits for you!

Thank you for your ongoing support over the past 4 years, it has truly meant so much to us! We look forward to helping you through your skin journey!

XO,

GLOW Beauty Bar

Supplements Bioavailability

Before choosing any supplement, you need to be sure the ingredients are bio-available. This means how much of the components your body is capable of absorbing and how much is able to use or store.

Not because a supplement package says it contains a certain amount of a particular nutrient, it necessarily means that your body will absorb all of it. Prescription medication, alcohol, caffeine, digestive disorders, and stress are factors that can reduce supplements bioavailability by negatively affecting your body’s absorption of nutrients.

To gain full health benefits from your supplements, you want your body to absorb and use the nutrients they provide as much as possible. There are 4 main factors that will make a big difference.

1. When - Know the right time of the day that is best to take the supplement.

2. With what - Almost all supplements should be taken with food for optimal absorption (there are some exceptions as probiotics).

3. How - Some supplements should be taken together because their nutrients support each other’s bioavailability while others should be taken separately since their nutrients compete with each other for absorption.

4. Storage - Most supplements should be stored in a cool and dry area.

Research and inform yourself as much as you need to feel comfortable and get the best results. Remember that results are not dependent on the amount of an ingredient in the supplement but the combination of all the ingredients it is made of.

If you're looking for help on what supplements work best for you, our Aestheticians at GLOW are ready to answer all your questions.

Choose your supplements wisely!

Xo, GLOW